Jacqueline P. Burtelle's Obituary
Jacqueline Ora (Porter) Burtelle, born May 6, 1929, went home to be with Jesus on June 4, 2018. She was preceded by her husband Hugh W. Burtelle.
Jacqueline is survived by their six children: Jim and wife Shirley, Cynthia Hill and husband Richard, Bruce and wife Donna, Denise Barron, Cheryl Bechtel and husband Tom, Mark and wife Linn, eleven grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren as well as several nieces and nephews.
Jackie, as she was known to most, was a loving, compassionate woman who enjoyed nature, reading, music, learning and tending her flowers. During her senior year she served as secretary for Seaford School’s Superintendent and continued in that position for a time the following year as well. Jackie was a wonderful Mother and Grandmother, had a smile for all and will be missed by everyone she touched in this life.
A Memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 14, 2018 at 2:00 PM, at the Laurel Nazarene Church, 94 Walnut Street; Laurel, DE.
In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to Seasons Hospice: 30265 Commerce Drive, Suite 205; Millsboro, DE 19966, or Coastal Hospice: P.O Box 1733; Salisbury, MD 21802, or the Alzheimer’s Association, Delaware Valley Chapter: P.O. Box 625; Georgetown, DE 19947.
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